2004 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2005 Mercury Monterey
To start off, 2005 Mercury Monterey is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette (395 HP) has 194 more horse power than 2005 Mercury Monterey. (201 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercury Monterey. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Monterey weights approximately 260 kg more than 2004 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2004 Chevrolet Corvette is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2004 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Monterey, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette (543 Nm) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercury Monterey. (358 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercury Monterey.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Corvette | 2005 Mercury Monterey | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercury |
| Model | Corvette | Monterey |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 201 HP |
| Torque | 543 Nm | 358 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.1 mm | 95 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 2010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3070 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.2 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 98 L |
